While more than 9 in 10 senior finance leaders in a recent survey said they’re under career pressure to demonstrate a return on agentic AI investment, the ROI may be slowed by an emphasis on speed above all.
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AI for CPAs: From efficiency tool to decision engine
Most global finance leaders in a new survey report that artificial intelligence is improving decision-making and forecast accuracy in the finance function, and organizations using agentic AI and those making sure AI is assurance-ready are seeing bigger gains.
Report: AI speeds up work but fails to deliver real business value
Organizations are capturing speed through AI, but much of the reclaimed time is spent correcting or rewriting low-quality AI output, a global report says.
‘Shift your tech strategy’: 3 keys to positive ROI
Business leaders are investing more than ever in new technologies, but the investment likely won’t pay off without a plan that aligns tech with business objectives.
JofA-branded podcast: Critical conversations about business transition planning
In this Journal of Accountancy-branded podcast, a senior wealth strategist and managing partner share advice on how to initiate conversations with business clients about transition and succession planning.
Shorter supply chains: US companies set sights on the Americas
Most senior executives are pleased by the impact of moving their supply chains closer to home, according to a KPMG report. Learn four keys to considering whether a change would benefit your company.
The changing role of the CFO
Today’s finance chiefs must look to the future as much as to the past.
What every CPA should know about disrupted supply chains
Build your supply chain knowledge by networking and tracking the news.
How to fix a broken supply chain
Fueled by increased demand and exacerbated by worker and equipment shortages, the global supply chain has been in a chaotic state for over two years.
Positive for now, CPA executives wary of inflation and other headwinds
Inflation and the search for talent top the list of known challenges; Ukraine is one of the unknowns at this point.
Why CFOs should learn to let go
Gartner research underscores the need for CFOs to be decisive in shifting investments to high-value uses.
Grow yourself, others, and the business: Q&A with a Nike leader
Patience and tenacity are two of the traits Tanner Johnson, CPA, CGMA, values in his journey to becoming a finance executive at Nike. Hear or read more in this podcast episode with transcript.
The difference between managing change and change management
A CPA leader and Digital CPA presenter spells out key questions that should be asked in change initiatives in this podcast with transcript.
The CPA profession’s ‘really interesting inflection point’
A recent Digital CPA keynote speaker discusses the profession’s “really interesting inflection point” and shares lessons from innovation leaders from around the world.
Why a CFO needs to wear two hats
A finance leader at Yelp explains “the two hats of the CFO” and some of the ways finance can be more of a value partner for business.
CPA leader takeaways: Listening, self-awareness, flipping the pyramid
Four CPAs reflect on lessons learned from a recent summit and point out areas of focus relevant to the finance function of the future.
AI in manufacturing: Optimizing costs and enabling the workforce
Manufacturing leaders can use artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and drive growth. But taking full advantage of the technology requires upskilling the workforce.
Leading and managing amid disruptive demographics
Paying attention to demographic trends can help organizational leaders make wise, forward-looking decisions. Those who ignore these statistics risk being left behind.
Challenges, opportunities await energy sector after pandemic disruption
Energy producers are focusing on balance sheet strength and free cash flow as they recover from a severe blow dealt by the coronavirus pandemic.
CFOs’ top 5 lessons for handling coronavirus crisis
Three experienced finance leaders share what they have learned and what they are doing to deal with turmoil and uncertainty.
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